This often mysterious illness can at times become debilitating due to the vertigo and nausea that it produces in those afflicted with it. While conven-tional treatments focus primarily on symptomatic relief, many nutritional supplements and herbs can help to get to the root of the problem.

1. Ringing in the ears, nausea, vomiting, depression, anxiety - some of the symptoms
typical of Meniere's disease. Nutritional supplements and herbs can help you to restore
the balance in your life...
This often mysterious illness can at times become debilitating due to the vertigo and nausea that
it produces in those afflicted with it. While conven-tional treatments focus primarily on
symptomatic relief, many nutritional supplements and herbs can help to get to the root of the
problem.
Meniere’s disease is an inner ear condition that is characterized by episodes of hearing loss,
dizziness and ringing in the ears. Nausea, vomiting and a feeling of pressure within the ear may
also occur. The exact cause is unknown. Researchers postulate Meniere’s disease may be due to
increased fluid volume in the inner ear or dental and jaw problems. Attacks can be triggered by
stress, decreased circulation to the ear, toxin accumulation or food sensitivities.
Conventional treatment of Meniere’s involves a variety of medications. Promethazine is used to
treat nausea and vertigo. Diuretics may be used to decrease fluid accumulation. Valium is often
used to lessen anxiety and sedate the balance system. Prescriptions for antihistamines, steroids
or calcium channel blockers may also be used. Surgical procedures are reserved for severe cases.
Some techniques destroy the balance centre while others physical drain the ear’s fluid.
Nutritional support for Meniere’s can include several nutritional supplements:
Manganese. Clinical studies have shown that a deficiency in this vital trace mineral plays a role
in the onset of Meniere’s disease. Since it is often difficult to get from the diet, supplementation is
usually the only practical route for ingesting a significant enough dosage for a therapeutic effect
Ginkgo. This herb helps to improve circulation through small blood vessels. Poor circulation to
the ear and the head play a role in the often debilitating symptoms of Meniere’s.
CoQ10 helps to improve circulation and oxygen utilization.
B complex. These vitamins are crucial for your body to cope with stress effectively. Stress can
play a role in the onset of a Meniere’s attack.
Ginger. This herb’s nausea fighting effects are widely known. Use it at the onset of an attack to
settle the stomach.
St. John’s wort. The frustration of dealing with a potentially debilitating illness like Meniere’s can
often lead to subsequent depression. St. John’s wort has been clinically proven to reduce anxiety
and elevate mood.
Lecithin or Phosphatidly Serine both help to optimize neurotransmitter production and brain &
nerve health.
Stress reduction is an important part of preventing Meniere’s attacks. To decrease symptoms
during an attack, lie with the unaffected ear against the floor and look in the direction of the
affected ear. To decrease vertigo restrict your head movement and look at a stationary object a
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2. comfortable distance away from you. Increase circulation to the affected ear by massaging the
head and ears.
Following a hypoglycemic diet helps some individuals because it keeps insulin levels in check.
High insulin levels impair circulation. Dietary changes should also support the cardiovascular
system so that vessels remain healthy. Avoid the following things; saturated fats, fried foods,
salt, monosodium glutamate, alcohol, sugar and caffeine. Avoid any foods that you are sensitive
to. Eat foods that are high in B vitamins because they help with stress. For example, eat whole
grains, green vegetables, white beans and nutritional yeast. Vitamin C and bioflavinoids are
antioxidants, which protect the vessels. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables especially green, leafy
vegetables, citrus fruits, kiwis, currants, and dark coloured berries.
What you can do to help maintain Meniere's Disease :
 TAKE SUPPLEMENTS TO ENHANCE CIRCULATION; GINKGO, COQ10,
 SUPPORT YOUR MOOD WITH ST. JOHN'S WORT AND MELATONIN.
 CONTROL NAUSEA AND VOMITING WITH GINGER.
 EAT PLENTY OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES.
 TAKE THE MINERAL MANGANESE; A DEFICIENCY IN IT CAN AGGRAVATE THE ONSET OF
MENIERE'S.
 DO NOT DRINK COFFEE, TEA, OR COLAS; THE CAFFEINE THEY CONTAIN CAN CONSTRICT
BLOOD VESSELS AND REDUCE CIRCULATION.
 SUPPORT HEALTHY BRAIN FUNCTION WITH LECITHIN AND PHOSPHATIDYL SERINE.
Nutritional Information
Supplement Dosage Therapeutic Effect
St, John's Wort 300mg 1-2 Times Daily Elevates Mood And Reduces Anxiety.
Melatonin 1-3mg Daily Before Bed. Improves Sleep And Elevates Mood.
Ginger As Directed. Reduces Nausea And Vomiting.
Ginkgo 120-240mg Daily Improves Circulation.
Manganese 5mg Daily Deficiency Can Lead To Meniere’s Disease. Take Away From
Calcium.
Vitamin B
Complex Plus B3
And B6
50mg Daily Plus B3 100mg Twice Daily And B6
100mg Twice Daily
B Vitamins Support The Nervous System. B3 Improves
Circulation. Flushing Is A Side Effect Of Niacin Use. Do Not
Use Niacin If You Have Hypertension, Liver Disease Or Gout.
B6 Reduces Fluid Retention.
Chromium
Picolinate
200mcg Daily Individuals With Meniere’s Often Have High Blood Sugar
Levels.
Coenzyme Q10 100mg Daily Improves Circulation.
Also Beneficial
For Meniere's
Relief:
Multivitamins, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Essential Fatty Acids, Magnesium, Lecithin, Butcher’s Broom, Ginger, Gingko Biloba
And Homeopathic Remedies.
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